Selecting a Heavy-Duty AGV Wheel Motor is more than matching motor power or rated torque to the vehicle's payload. As AGVs move from conventional material handling to multi-ton and even 120-ton-class applications, the drive wheel system must handle dynamic loads, acceleration, braking, turning forces, traction, and long-term mechanical stress. The actual challenge lies in matching wheel load capacity, wheel-end torque, gearbox performance, steering architecture, suspension, and chassis design under real operating conditions. This article examines the key challenges of Heavy-Duty AGV Wheel Motor selection and explains how Steering Drive Wheels and Differential Drive Wheels can be evaluated for different heavy-duty AGV applications.

The HONPINE TYD Driven Steering Wheel Module integrates the drive motor, gearbox, steering mechanism, and wheel into a single compact assembly. The wheel can both rotate for driving and move forward or backward, while the entire wheel module can rotate to control the vehicle's steering direction. With a maximum load capacity of up to 15 tons per wheel, the TYD steering wheel module is designed for heavy-duty AGV and AMR applications. Various shock-absorption solutions are available to meet different vehicle requirements. The module can be customized according to application requirements, including wheel diameter, gear ratio, motor power, and other specifications. It is particularly suitable for heavy-duty towing AGVs and forklift-type AGVs.